Description:
Roxtec Inc. ( ) is the global leader in modular-based cable and pipe sealing solutions. Founded in 1990, we help protect critical infrastructure across industries by delivering innovative systems that ensure safety, reliability, and compliance. With a strong focus on engineering and design, Roxtec has grown rapidly-averaging 30% annual growth over the past decade-and continues to set the standard for sealing performance worldwide.
Job Summary
Join our team in a clean, climate-controlled workspace as a Grinder Technician, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and precision of our welded and machined assemblies. Your primary responsibilities will include performing finishing operations such as grinding, stamping, and sanding, with a strong emphasis on maintaining high standards of workmanship.
This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a commitment to quality and safety. If you have experience in grinding and finishing operations and are looking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Precision Grinding: Utilize various grinding tools to smooth and break sharp edges of finished assemblies according to drawings, shop orders, and welder instructions.
- Power Tool Operation: Operate large electric and air-powered grinders, as well as large belt grinders, to achieve desired finishes.
- Quality Inspection: Conduct basic inspections of welded and machined parts and assemblies to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Workstation Maintenance: Maintain a safe, clean, and organized grinding workstation, adhering to safety regulations and using proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Defect Reporting: Notify welders or supervisors of any defects observed during the course of work.
- Time Reporting: Accurately report the time spent at each work center on corresponding shop orders.
- Paperwork Management: Maintain and submit shop order paperwork to the shop supervisor upon completion of tasks.
- Tool Management: Keep tools used for stainless steel and aluminum separate from those used on mild steel to prevent contamination.
- Passivation: Perform passivation of completed stainless steel assemblies using citric acid passivator.
- Cleaning: Clean assemblies of excess galvanizing to prepare surfaces for further finishing.
- Forklift Operation: Operate the forklift as needed to transport materials and parts.
- Additional Duties: Perform other grinding, sanding, or polishing duties as required.
Requirements:
- Ability to work with minimal supervision on assigned tasks.
- Must have a strong focus on safety and quality.
- Ability to use basic measuring & inspection tools such as measuring tapes, square, calipers, go / no go gauges & radius gauges.
- Organizational, problem solving, and follow-through skills.
- Basic ability to read mechanical (CAD) drawings.
- Good mechanical aptitude.
Education and Experience
- Completion of high school or equivalent
- English communication ability both verbal and written
- One year or more shop experience using multiple grinding and finishing tools
Physical Requirements
- Required to wear PPE as needed
- Close visual acuity with or without corrective lenses
- This job is classified as "Safety Sensitive"
Why Roxtec? Because Your Work-and Workplace-Matter.
Benefits
In addition to our competitive compensation package, Roxtec is proud to offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees:
- 401(k) Plan with Company Contribution: Enjoy the advantage of immediate vesting.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Inclusive of Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Income Protection: Benefit from Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage.
- Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage to provide added peace of mind.
- Paid Time Off: Includes holidays, vacation, personal days, and wellness hours, tailored to your position.
- Career Development Opportunities: We support your professional growth and advancement.
- Education and Tuition Reimbursement: Programs available to further your education.
- Flexible or Hybrid Schedules: Options available based on your position.
- Climate-Controlled Workspaces: Our warehouse, fabrication, and shop areas are climate-controlled to ensure a comfortable and safe environment year-round.
- Exciting Bonus Opportunities: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.
We are committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment that promotes both personal and professional success. Join us at Roxtec and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future!
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
Roxtec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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